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Our top choices for East Riverside hotels

A modern hotel lobby with a grand piano, marble flooring, and elegant chandeliers.

1. Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront

Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront
3.0 star property
East Riverside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (567 reviews)
"Really enjoyed staying here"
United States
Betsy
The price is RM494
RM619 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront
A reception area with a reception desk, a wall-mounted computer, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a shelf with snacks.

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
East Riverside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (403 reviews)
"Clean room, above and beyond staff, delicious breakfast, and nice variety of juices, milk, tea and coffee."
United States
Felicia
The price is RM424
RM516 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG
A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a dining area in the background.

3. EVEN Hotel Waco - University Area by IHG

EVEN Hotel Waco - University Area by IHG
3.5 star property
East Riverside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (459 reviews)
"What a great hotel! Close to Baylor campus/stadium. Clean, kind staff, wonderful pool, lounge area and lobby. Spacious rooms (especially the double king rooms which are hard to find!). Would definitely stay again."
United States
Susan
The price is RM463
RM563 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
EVEN Hotel Waco - University Area by IHG
A spacious kitchen with a stone accent wall, a ceiling fan, and recessed lighting.

4. Rodeway Inn Waco Downtown near University

Rodeway Inn Waco Downtown near University
2.0 star property
East Riverside
6.6 out of 10, (268 reviews)
"Absolutely disgusting. Stains on the sheets and towels. Floors were wet. Manager seemed shocked when I said I would not stay here and asked for a refund. Do not stay here. I’m surprised the health department hasn’t shut this hovel down."
United States
Taylor
The price is RM269
RM309 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Rodeway Inn Waco Downtown near University
A La Quinta Inn & Suites building with a modern design, large windows, and a prominent sign.

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor
3.0 star property
Brazos, 2.6 km from East Riverside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,732 reviews)
"Absolutely amazing staff, clean rooms with comfy beds!"
United States
matthews
The price is RM294
RM345 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor
A hotel reception desk with a modern design, a large chandelier, and a sign that reads "Hotel Sindigo".

6. Hotel Indigo WACO - BAYLOR by IHG

Hotel Indigo WACO - BAYLOR by IHG
3.5 star property
Brazos, 1.5 km from East Riverside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Good location for seeing the sites in waco. Nice rooms and friendly staff"
United States
Rick
The price is RM544
RM678 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Hotel Indigo WACO - BAYLOR by IHG
A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a sofa, a small table, a chair, and a large window.

7. Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco

Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco
3.5 star property
Brazos, 1.5 km from East Riverside
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (914 reviews)
"Clean room, just wish there had been a luggage rack. Parking good. Location great if going to Magnolia property. Breakfast was perfect!"
United States
Karen
The price is RM423
RM496 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large window with patterned curtains.

8. Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area

Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area
2.5 star property
Carver, 2.1 km from East Riverside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,643 reviews)
"Very welcoming, nice breakfast, clean room and pet friendly"
United States
Candace
The price is RM291
RM365 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area
A Marriott Residence Inn with a brick facade, a pitched roof, and a well-lit entrance.

9. Residence Inn Waco

Residence Inn Waco
3.0 star property
Brazos, 1.4 km from East Riverside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (858 reviews)
"Loved my stay!! Friendly helpful staff. Will definitely be back."
United States
Mandingo
The price is RM374
RM439 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Residence Inn Waco
A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a large illuminated sign and a covered area with a colorful light display.

10. Aloft by Marriott Waco Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Waco Downtown
3.0 star property
Brazos, 2.7 km from East Riverside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"We loved our stay."
United States
Sheri
The price is RM322
RM378 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Aloft by Marriott Waco Downtown
A fire pit with chairs around it, a covered seating area, and a building in the background.

11. Courtyard by Marriott Waco

Courtyard by Marriott Waco
3.0 star property
Brazos, 1.4 km from East Riverside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Everything was great!"
United States
Lauren
The price is RM505
RM602 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Courtyard by Marriott Waco
A landscaped garden with a water feature, large rocks, and a wooden pergola.

12. Hilton Waco

Hilton Waco
3.5 star property
Brazos, 1.4 km from East Riverside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"It was in a great location. We could walk out the door and walk on the bridge, and to restaurants and shops. The room was clean and we enjoyed the pool."
United States
Dale
The price is RM493
RM597 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hilton Waco

13. AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown

AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown
4.0 star property
Brazos, 2 km from East Riverside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (663 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Parking was close and easy. Many restaurants within walking distance. Would stay here again."
United States
James
The price is RM442
RM519 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown
A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating, and a motivational wall.

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waco North

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waco North
3.0 star property
Lacy-Lakeview, 3.9 km from East Riverside
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"It’s a good budget friendly hotel, close to everything."
United States
August
The price is RM287
RM330 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waco North
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a dining space.

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco

Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco
3.0 star property
Cesar Chavez, 4.8 km from East Riverside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was clean and close to everything"
United States
Mary
The price is RM393
RM461 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco
A hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

16. Hampton Inn Waco

Hampton Inn Waco
2.5 star property
Bellmead, 4 km from East Riverside
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice and friendly staff. Convenient location. Good parking. Excellent breakfast. Very nice stay."
United States
Atanacio
The price is RM323
RM373 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hampton Inn Waco
A spacious living room with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, and a large painting.

17. Best Western Plus Waco North

Best Western Plus Waco North
2.5 star property
Bellmead, 3.3 km from East Riverside
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly staff, good breakfast "
Canada
Darryl
The price is RM314
RM361 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Best Western Plus Waco North
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

18. Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area

Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area
2.5 star property
Alta Vista, 5.1 km from East Riverside
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, nice staff and good breakfast"
United States
Christina
The price is RM340
RM391 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area

19. Element by Marriott Waco

Element by Marriott Waco
3.0 star property
Alta Vista, 5.1 km from East Riverside
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (305 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, well maintained. The air conditioner in the room has an annoying whine and kept me awake, so I turned it off. The main entry appears to be an unused window display so we drove around the building twice looking for the actual front door. The clerk at the counter said they get complaints about the difficult to find front entry all the time."
United States
Michael
The price is RM521
RM611 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Element by Marriott Waco
A Holiday Inn & Suites entrance sign with a clear view of the building's exterior.

20. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Waco Northwest by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Waco Northwest by IHG
3.0 star property
Bellmead, 4.6 km from East Riverside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect for a quick stay !"
United States
Jennifer
The price is RM295
RM339 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Waco Northwest by IHG
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Where to stay in East Riverside

Find the best East Riverside areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A nighttime view of McLane Stadium with its distinctive blue lighting and a bridge in the foreground.
Photo by James Castillo
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Brazos

While visiting Brazos, you might make a stop by sights like Magnolia Market at the Silos and Dr. Pepper Museum.

A river winding through a dense forest with a distant view of fields and a cloudy sky.

Chalk Bluff

While visiting Chalk Bluff, you might make a stop by sights like Homestead Heritage and Hay-Bale Maze.

A large body of water with a small island surrounded by greenery.

Woodway

Woodway is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Carleen Bright Arboretum, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

A river with a bridge, a large building, and a stadium.

Baylor

If you're spending some time in Baylor, Texas Sports Hall of Fame and Texas Ranger Hall of Fame are top sights worth seeing.

A river flowing through a green landscape with dense trees on both sides.

Bellmead

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Bellmead. You might consider stopping by Marlin Branch while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Top East Riverside Hotel Reviews

Hotel 1928

Hotel 1928

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, tasteful decor, courteous and helpful staff, great location"
Cecilia 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Hotel 1928

Frequently asked questions

What is East Riverside like?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Waco's East Riverside neighbourhood. Are you looking for East Riverside travel tips? Make sure that you visit McLane Stadium and Marlin Branch while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in East Riverside?
Based on our traveller data, Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront is one of the top choices for your stay in East Riverside. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Baylor University, and it offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include EVEN Hotel Waco - University Area by IHG and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG.
How many hotels will I be able to find in East Riverside?
Expedia has 20 hotels and other accommodation options in East Riverside to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Waco area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in East Riverside, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in East Riverside.
What are the top things to see and do in East Riverside?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in East Riverside are McLane Stadium and Marlin Branch. Magnolia Market at the Silos and Waco Suspension Bridge are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Waco.

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